After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News

After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News

6.6IMDb Score
Released:2020-03-19
Genre:Documentary
Duration:95 min
Country:United States of America
Director:Andrew Rossi
Actors:Jack Burkman, Elizabeth Williamson, Molly McKew, Troy Michalik, Brian Schatz
Production:Abstract, HBO Documentary Films

Overview:

An investigation into the ongoing threat caused by the phenomenon of “fake news” in the U.S., focusing on the real-life consequences that disinformation, conspiracy theories and false news stories have on the average citizen.

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